How the Hong Kong and Chinese authorities use linguistic trickery to undermine opponents
The so-called trial of Jimmy Lai
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The week in free expression: 22 August – 29 August 2025
Index rounds up of some of the key stories covering censorship and free expression from the past seven days
The fine line between free speech, protest and terrorism
A look at the new collection of essays Countering Terrorism: Defending free speech
Journalists face persecution, intimidation and physical abuse in Somalia
Speaking out about societal issues such as poverty, hunger and police abuse is perilous and risks attention from authorities and terror groups
CCP clamps down on Beijing subway protest songs
Young Chinese people are spontaneously breaking into song while commuting and it’s all about signalling their resistance to CCP control
The week in free expression: 16 – 22 August 2025
Index rounds up of some of the key stories covering censorship and free expression from the past seven days
TikTok at the frontline of dissent in Nigeria
Nigerians are increasingly turning to social media to voice their concerns about societal issues
The National Library of Scotland: When curation becomes censorship
A public vote to select books for the library’s centenary exhibition has ignited controversy after a collection of essays by feminist writers was excluded
Summer festivals grapple with censorship
Organisers of cultural events such as Glastonbury, Boardmasters and the Edinburgh Fringe are struggling with how to deal with pro-Palestinian acts
What to expect from Trump and Putin’s special relationship
Trump’s administration is making clear it wants to do business with Russia. Will this rapprochement bring lasting peace or ultimately increase Putin’s aggression?